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At work, scientists often use complicated words called “jargon”, but that’s not helpful when it’s time to share our work with the public. It’s important to find ways to communicate what you’re doing that non-scientists can connect to, so take advantage of opportunities to learn and practice explaining science to lots of different people.
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It’s no secret that science careers are competitive, but that doesn’t mean you have to take any job you’re offered. It’s important that you pay attention to what makes you happy so that you can prioritize communities and environments that line up with that. It may take a little longer, but it’s worth the wait.
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Oftentimes, the things we think make us “not belong” are also our strengths. Whether it’s your creativity, your story, or even a love of fashion and style, there are always unexpected ways that it can enhance the work you do. By bringing it all, you’re not only making science more relatable to others, but it will also help you come up with creative ways to solve problems.
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Recommended Resources
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Listen to Dr. Jeff Unpack Your Jeans
“Go microscopic and check out how traits like hair color are passed down through your family. You’ll also hear the story of genetics pioneer Nettie Stevens and find out how Dr. Janina Jeff unlocks the information packed in genes.”
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Genomics Coloring and Activity Book
In this downloadable resource, you can explore everything from the discovery of DNA to the basic building blocks of DNA to key genetics vocabulary through a series of engaging, creative activities.
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Genomics 101 At Home : Get to know your DNA
“At Illumina, we are on a mission to bring genomics into the classroom. Since classrooms are currently at home, we are bringing the classroom to each of you.” — Illumina
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First Star National STEAM Academy Tech Talk
In this recorded presentation, Dr. Janina Jeff breaks down what she does and why. Dive a little deeper into her field and research.
This spotlight was made possible by Illumina
Illumina is a life science company that believes genomics will change everything–from how we diagnose and treat cancer to how we feed the world’s population. They’re also committed to education, and building a collection of resources to help bring genomics into classrooms in dynamic and exciting ways.
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